Welcome to south mountains in Jaén!!!
If you enjoy with nature and you are looking for a comfortable house to stay, this is your cottage.
From here you can relish local gastronomy, trekking and adventure or to visit interesting places.

If you want to enjoy in one of the best places in the mountains of Jaen, you have to come to "Cortijo la Colmenilla".
This is a special place because it is in the middle of the mountain in which you can feel absolutely relaxed.
It provide comfortable accommodations for 14 people, swimming pool, central heating, chimney, etc.
It is possible to see wild animals, to go hikking, rappeling, archery, etc.
If you want to rest for some days or relish with many activities, this is your place.
In 20 minutes you can go to Alcalá la Real and its "Mota castle".
In 40 minutes is possible to go to Almedinilla to visit "Roman ruins".
Granada is 1 hour away.

To arrive at the cottage, you have to go the way JV-2262 between Valdepeñas de Jaén and Frailes and between the kms 5 and 6 you will see a panel with the name of "cortijo la colmenilla" next to a road, continue for 1 km and you will arrive.

We stayed for four days with our two young children who absolutely loved the place. There are chickens, roosters, cats, dogs and horses and we were well looked after by the host's father and he even shared vegetables from his garden with us and took our kids to see the horses. The surroundings are beautiful and the swimming pool is great. There are wonderful medieval towns close by to visit. The house is actually divided into two adjacent apartments and that means that sound travels easily.

We had a great time! Pepe's father was such a wonderful host. He was most helpful and kind, even bringing us fresh eggs. Our interactions with him made the whole trip. Of course the setting is fantastic nestled up in the mountains with great hiking all around. The livestock and pets were fun and friendly. The old fridge was a bit noisy in the living room but the bedrooms were wonderfully quite. We did have trouble with cellular reception (though again Pepe's father went above and beyond to assist, leading us up trails to where we might find some reception). We also had trouble with the wifi. It was not working for most of our stay. When it did work it was very fast but only available in the back bedroom. All that being said we would love to return. It is a great place to disconnect from the city and reconnect with nature.

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This cottage is beautiful and in the most peaceful setting. The views are just stunning and the hosts are just wonderful. We were met by Pepes father who was very attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. He even brought over freshly picked peaches on one of the days straight from his land. The nearest town, Valdepenas de Jaen, is 13km away. The roads are quite narrow and windy so be prepared for the drive to and from the cottage. The town has a supermarket which caters for all your needs. The cottage itself has wonderful large bedrooms and a great kitchen and bathroom (modern fittings) and reception rooms with balconies and views over the hills. There are cats and horses and chickens and goats on the surrounding land on which you are allowed to walk freely. The views are spectacular from the top of the hills on the farm. The setting is incredibly peaceful and tranquil. I thoroughly recommend staying here! It is a gem in the Spanish country side and only an hours drive from Granada or 30 minutes from Jaen, both of which are easily accessible from the motorways nearby.

La Mina was lovely, the location and building were beautiful and excellent for getting away from the city. Definitely recommended. Brigitte and her partner were very helpful and provided everything we needed while staying there.

The house and place are wonderful, we spent a few days and would have loved to stay longer! La Paz and Tranquility is magical and Brigitte was quite charming with us, helped us with everything, adapted to our needs and offered us what she could. Of course it is one of those places that you want to return to.

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African Hut @ The Source eco space with hippie spirit
Located in a little piece of paradise in an area of outstanding natural beauty, nestled in a secluded valley in the stunning Sierra Sur. The Source is surrounded by 30 acres of our private oak, cherry trees and olive groves. A tranquil and ecological space.
We have a range of unique accommodation including two traditional, hand-crafted mongolian yurts, two African Huts as well as a masterfully crafted poolside casita.

Experience fabulous sunsets and stunning natural scenery and landscapes at The Source at Cortijo Vadillo. We have ample space to unwind and relax as well as a wealth of opportunities for adventure and frivolity.
With far-reaching views of unspoilt countryside, these rural retreats celebrate the best of outdoor living without sacrificing on comfort.
Set in the beautiful foothills of the Sierra Sur, Cortijo Vadillo takes its name from the old, local Andalucían word vadillo, which means ‘watery valley’. And the beautiful valley in which the The Source sits is indeed abundant with springs, fertile river farming land, and extensive local flora and fauna.
The mongolian yurts are tiled and close to our our newly built eco-roundhouses within our grove of olive (la oliva) and cherry (la cereza) trees, with views down the valley and up to the mountain topped with the limestone cliff. This area is perfect for small groups, parties, families or couples as it can accommodate up to 12 people. The yurts are furnished with traditional rugs, cushions and blankets with proper beds. We accommodate between 2-4 people in each yurt and we offer them as twins or four singles. Each eco roundhouse (African Hut) can accommodate 2 as a twin.
Here you are within easy access to the ecological toilets and shower area where the sinks and showers have constant hot water. The compost toilets provide manure for the trees and have all the cleanliness and comfort you would expect from standard toilets.
Separate from the other accommodation our charming, open-plan, poolside, casita caters for two people. We can easily add beds for young children or another couple if requested. It offers a comfortable working kitchen/ living area and a sleeping area with a double-bed. The studio comes with its own bathroom with shower.
The self-contained casita is equipped with a refrigerator and a wood-burning stove allows for cosy winter nights.
All our guests are welcome to also use the wider land with many places to relax and unwind. If others are booked into the yurts below then they will also have access to the pool in the day time.
Whether you want a slice of authentic spanish life, a sanctuary from the city, an adventure, wellness escape or to chill with friends and family. The Source at Cortijo Vadillo can accommodate.

Castillo de Locubin is a traditional Andalucian white village, set in the mountains of the Jaen Province. The heart of this place is the source of the San Juan river. The village has friendly locals, several bars and restaurants serving a range of tapas and authentic spanish food, various shops and banks with cash machines and ample festivals throughout the year.

The place was so much greater and much more beautiful from what i have expected it from! In mid of the nature! lovely and full of peace.

I have just spend a week in Sonia´s house together with my whole family (teen people age 7- 76). Sonia was the perfect host. Very informative, easy to access and very friendly. The house is extremely beautiful. It is placed in the must amasing scenary surrounded by mountains and olive trees. The courtyard/garden is lovely and the swimmingpool is very luxury with water from the nearby spring. Inside the house is beautiful and charming as well, with everything you need and very aesthetic and personal. It feels like being welcomed into a beautiful story. I can highly recommend this place to anyone who will enjoy and treasure a quiet, beautiful place in an amazing scenary.

The house was exactly as it appears in the photos, very clean and maintained. The value is unbeatable. It's great for a group of 10 people as we were. Toni, helped in everything he contacted me and sent me information about the place, events that weekend, brought us firewood when we ran at a time. He was also very flexible when check-in and check-out and is something to be welcomed. It has been a very good experience and will definitely be repeated.

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This rustic village house is small and elegant. Its artist owner and her friends have restored it lovingly with sophisticated detail.

No 25 Calle Santa Lucia is set over four stories with a front door opening onto the bustling street (expect goats, horses and vans selling local produce) and a backdoor onto a quiet courtyard. This house boasts the cool aspect of two lower bedrooms whilst the upstairs lounge has beautiful views of the mountains and miles of olive grove.
Originally designed to accommodate artists and writers in residence, this is an ideal place to relax and create alike. With a 5-10 minute stroll into the countryside in any direction, Frailes is the perfect location for walkers, cyclists and those who appreciate both an authentic Spain as well as a mountainous landscape.

The village of Frailes has a variety of excellent local restaurants and lively bars. The summer months of June to September see a myriad of fiestas in the village as well as the surrounding area, including the World music festival Etnosur. To escape the heat there are cold springs close by as well as a beautiful outdoor pool with a restaurant in the nearby town of Alcala la Real, the coast is 1.5 hours drive and there are many lakes and natural pools to visit plus the ski resort of Sierra Nevada. The city of Granada is a 45 min drive away and a beautiful day trip, taking in the Alhambra and the Albayzin for a taste of the Medieval Moorish history of the region.
Frailes itself is an authentic Andalucian agricultural village with none of the trappings of commercial tourism. This is the perfect location to experience the "taste of the real paisano Spain" and with that in mind ideal for a foreign exchange student. Among the many rural attractions is the mountaintop of La Hoya, a 10 minute drive or an expedition by foot, here there are amazing panoramic view of the Sierra Nevada plus the cave of the late faith healer Santo Custodio. The energy of Frailes life alone is enough to inspire and nurture its visitors with this cosy home as a retreat from the sunshine or an evening by the wood burning stove in winter.

pretty and unusual accommodation, however, not suitable for a family sized kitchen for 2 persons. The gas cylinder for hot water was empty when we arrived. Keira was still responsive. Cold housing in April.

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This was a lovely little house in a tiny village, great to re charge our batteries! Easy trips to be had to Jaen and Granada from the house.

Keira's house is the beautiful village of Frailes was a joy to stay in and I only wish I could have stayed longer but will definately return . It is so tasteful and personal I could almost feel I knew her! Great location too, having a great little supermarket and bar in the same rd. Villagers very friendly and welcoming.

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My place is close to a small town, offering banks dentists doctors shops bars and hairdressers.. You’ll love my place because of the wonderful views and slow pace of life..
We also have another room downstairs with 2 single beds and use of the downstairs cloakroom making our accomadion suitable for a party of 4. This room is E25 as well.

Our area is so safe and quiet, we are only a few minutes from the village by car and a nice walk away if your feeling enerjectic.

Ha sido una estancia fabulosa. La casa es preciosa y los anfitriones son encantadores. It has been a fabulous stay. The house is wonderfull and the hosts are lovely.

The house combines traditional quirky charm with all the facilities you would want e.g. WiFi, a spacious and well equipped kitchen, etc. It's roomy, relaxed and cool in the summer. It's very central in the village, within a few minutes walk of shops, market, park, bars and pool, in one of the oldest and most historic streets of Castillo.

Castillo de Locubin (Castillo) is a fantastic village surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery into and around which you can very easily walk. It's very traditional and peaceful without being remote: the great cities of Andalucia are within easy reach (Granada about an hour, Cordoba a little more, Jaen a little less). Castillo is an ancient traditional agricultural village known especially for olive oil and cherries, though there is an amazing range of high quality produce here. In the summer we have an excellent outdoor pool, about five minutes walk from the house.

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Bright and fresh room in friendly house minutes from the heart of this rural Andalucian village. Spanish and English spoken. Free cycle storage. Guided cycle tours available on and off road.

Great for cyclists, road or mountain bikes welcome. Only one hour from Granada airport and approximately one and a half hours to the Sierra Nevada ski resort.

This is a small friendly traditional Andalucian village famed for olives and cherries, especially cherry jam and licquers. Explore the local churches and parks. Nearby is the historical town of Alcala La real with it's famous Moorish castle.